Travel e-Scapes: July 31, 2018

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DESTINATION & DEAL OF THE DAY: Oregon & Washington

HURRY! Round-trip from Atlanta:
$186 Portland, OregonDepart most dates from August 17 through November 9 with final travel by November 13
$186 SeattleDepart most dates from August 17 through November 7 with final travel by November 13
Valid on United; one flight connection in San Francisco, Houston or Denver

TRAVEL TIPS & TIDBITS

Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup is played in even-numbered years between 12-member teams from the United States and Europe. It consists of five match-play sessions played over three days. And, it’s the hottest ticket in golf when the USA team will defend against a European side desperate to reclaim the Cup.

There are only three ways to obtain admission tickets to the Ryder Cup event to be held September 25-30 at Le Golf National in Paris. However, registration for General admission tickets has now closed.
Travelers can still purchase official ticket and accommodation packages through Prime Sport.
An Official Ryder Cup Experience includes accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Tour Eiffel hotel in Paris, Ryder Cup ticket, transfers, invitation to a Friday party with Ian Woosnam and on-site concierge services and event management.
The exclusive two-night experiences start at £899 per person ($1,180) including 1 Ticket Day and at £1,169pp including 2 Ticket Days. Three-night experiences start at £1,319 per person including 2 Ticket days and at £1,579 including 3 Ticket Days.

Another package rate from $1,845 per person ($2,195 single) includes a two-night stay at the Hyatt Regency Etoile (check-in September 26), Thursday and Friday Grounds Pass to the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National, daily course transportation, souvenirs and assistance from onsite staff.
Several other packages available for the golf fan at Prime Sport.

Tom and Mary James’ museum will feature roughly 400 pieces of art, including sculptures, paintings and Native American jewelry depicting life in the Wild West.
An astonishing 98% of artists to be featured in the new museum are currently alive. Tom and Mary chose to support living artists so that they could make their earnings solely from their creative works.
In addition to its extensive collection of artwork, the James Museum aims to educate visitors on American history. There will be youth and adult education programs focusing on the lives of Native Americans and pioneers, as well as cowboys and cowgirls.
Admission tickets are $18 general; $15 students/military/seniors 65+; $10 for ages 7-18.

DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL OFFERS

Airfare offers – ones with or without a ticket-by date can expire at any time. Heed Clark’s advice: Buy that great airfare deal right now – and then figure out a reason to go there! Eventually, you’ll see the world at a fraction of the normal price!

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$217 San Jose, California
Depart August 21-November 10; December 1-11 or January 8-February 9
Valid Tuesdays, Saturdays only
Valid on Delta, nonstop

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$264 Bozeman, Montana
Depart August 21-December 11 or December 31-February 29
Final travel by February 13
Valid on Delta; one flight connection in Salt Lake City or United via Denver

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$486 Copenhagen, Denmark
Depart September 16-December 5 or January 9-May 25
Final travel by May 7
Valid on Air Canada; one flight connection in Toronto

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$512 Rome, Italy
Depart October 15-December 11 or January 11-May 6
Final travel by May 14
Valid on United; one flight connection in Chicago or DC

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$512 Zurich
Depart September 15-December 10 or December 31-May 4
Final travel by May 14
Valid on United; one flight connection in DC

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$670 Edinburgh, Scotland
Depart most dates from September 10-November 30 or December 27-May 27
Final travel by June 13
Valid on United; one flight connection in Newark

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$760 Munich, Germany
Depart September 19-December 12 or December 29-April 30
Final travel by May 14
Valid on United or Air Canada; one flight connection in Newark or Toronto

Christmas! Round-trip from Atlanta:
$810 Frankfurt, Germany
Depart September 17-April 30 with final travel by May 14
Valid on Air Canada; one flight connection in Toronto

Round-trip from Atlanta:
$897 Sydney, Australia
Depart August 7-December 4 with final travel by December 25
$920 Melbourne
Depart August 7-December 5 with final travel by December 26
$926 Brisbane
Depart August 7-November 20 with final travel by December 11
Valid on American; one flight connection in Los Angeles
A second flight connection in SYD with Qantas to BNE and MEL

How do you find these great deals? Visit Clark’s Travel Tips page for a step-by-step search and booking guide.

NOTE: Airline fees can and often do exceed the cost of your flight! Kayak offers the most up-to-date Fees Chart for all domestic and international airlines.

HOTELS, RESORTS & MORE

Grand Cayman
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa recently completed a $50 million renovation and is the newest luxury property in the Cayman Islands. The posh resort offers a 5th Night Free deal including a $100 per stay resort credit and a room upgrade. Rates from $299 per night on Monday through Sunday stays through December 19. Booking required by December 10. Refer to rate code ZS5.
The floor-to-ceiling renovation completely transformed guestrooms and suites and created a more open and inviting lobby area that brings the outside in and showcases the resort’s location on the famed Seven Mile Beach.
The resort’s freshwater swimming pool – the island’s largest – as well as its fitness center and retail outlets have also been redesigned.

Wyoming Safari
Jackson in the summertime is a perfect outdoor haven with its alpine lakes and abundant wildlife. But when it comes to getting up close and personal (in a safe, respectful way) with wildlife, fall the best season to be here.
The colors are changing, the crowds have died down, and the national parks are still open.The Wort Hotel has partnered with Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris to offer the Wyoming Wildlife package. This package includes a two-night stay in the Wort’s Deluxe Guest Room and a half-day wildlife safari.
Valid on October 7-November 21 stays. Package rates start from $559, exclusive of park entrance fees or gratuity.
Built in 1941, this stately, upscale Old West-style hotel is a 2-minute walk from central Jackson and 13 miles from Grand Teton National Park. Rustic-chic rooms feature original art and minifridges. Individually decorated Western-themed suites offer separate living areas, wet bars, whirlpool tubs and/or additional bedrooms. Amenities include a bar with live entertainment, a rustic restaurant with a terrace, and a gym.

Travel e-Scapes is brought to you by Clara Bosonetto, Team Clark Travel Editor. Follow Clara on Twitter.